Extended Summary - Killing Commendatore: Based On The Book By Haruki Murakami

EXTENDED SUMMARY

KILLING COMMENDATORE

BASED ON THE BOOK BY HARUKI MURAKAMI

SUMMARY WRITTEN BY: EVERBOOK SUMMARIES

CONTENT

The Move and the Mysterious House

The Discovery of Killing Commendatore

Unraveling Tomohiko Amada’s Past

The Appearance of Wataru Menshiki

The Portrait and its Aftermath

The Commendatore and the Pit

The Man with the White Subaru Forester and New Commissions

Tomohiko Amada’s Return

The Resolution and the Aftermath

General Analysis

ABOUT THE ORIGINAL BOOK

Killing Commendatore by Haruki Murakami tells the story of a portrait painter who, after being left by his wife, moves into a remote house owned by a famous artist. He discovers a hidden painting titled Killing Commendatore, which leads to a series of bizarre events. The painter encounters a mysterious neighbor, Mr. Menshiki, and is commissioned to paint his portrait. The narrative explores themes of art, identity, and the blurring lines between reality and the fantastical. The protagonist also experiences strange occurrences including a ringing bell, a hidden pit, and the appearance of a two-foot tall Commendatore. These events lead to a journey of self-discovery as the painter navigates a complex web of secrets and hidden truths.

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Hljóðbók: 12 februari 2025